Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
9 inch

frozen pie crusts

thawed

0.5 cup

cream cheese

room temperature

2 unit

jalapenos

diced (deseeded)

1 unit

jalapeno

sliced into rounds

2 slice

bacon

cooked crisp and chopped

0.5 cup

cream

0.5 cup

half-and-half

5 unit

eggs

large

1 tsp

paprika

1 pinch

salt

0.5 cup

cheddar cheese

grated

Step 1
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.

Step 2
~3 min

Thaw the frozen pie crust for 10 minutes.

Step 3
~3 min

Prick the crust all over the bottom and sides with a fork.

Step 4
~3 min

Bake the crust for 10 minutes.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove the crust from the oven.

Step 6
~3 min

Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F.

Step 7
~3 min

Spread cream cheese evenly over the bottom of the hot crust.

Step 8
~3 min

Sprinkle diced jalapenos over the cream cheese.

Step 9
~3 min

Set aside jalapeno rounds for garnish.

Step 10
~3 min

Heat cream and half-and-half in a small pot over medium heat until tiny bubbles appear around the edges (scald).

Step 11
~3 min

Beat eggs together in a bowl.

Step 12
~3 min

Slowly add the hot cream mixture to the eggs, whisking constantly.

Key Technique: Whisking
Step 13
~3 min

Add paprika, salt, and bacon to the egg mixture.

Step 14
~3 min

Pour the mixture into the crust.

Step 15
~3 min

Bake for 30 minutes.

Step 16
~3 min

Remove from oven.

Step 17
~3 min

Arrange jalapeno slices on top of the quiche.

Step 18
~3 min

Sprinkle with cheese.

Step 19
~3 min

Bake until the cheese has melted and turned golden brown, approximately 12-15 minutes.

Step 20
~3 min

Cool slightly before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier crust, blind bake with pie weights.

Adjust the amount of jalapenos based on your heat preference.

Use a combination of cheeses for a more complex flavor.

Let the quiche rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing for cleaner cuts.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate (jalapeno, bacon)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with a fruit salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Side salad with vinaigrette dressing
Fresh fruit salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American Southwest

Cultural Significance

A modern twist on a classic French dish, reflecting American regional flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Brunch
Holiday gatherings

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Holiday
Potluck
Game Day

Popularity Score

75/100

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